This training course provides training on environmental awareness, in compliance with
the new Manila Amendments to the STCW Code, effective as of January 1, 2012. Participants get to
understand the environmental challenges and effects of shipping practices, as well as the necessity
of implementation and compliance to Codes and Regulations. They also gain knowledge of pollution prevention
measures, and protection of the maritime environment.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the Training the student will be able to demonstrate awareness
on the following areas:

Environmental Protection and the impact of rules, regulations, procedures and technical installations.

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Aviation Building, Room 170

2014 Schedule: TBA

CRISIS MANAGEMENT & HUMAN BEHAVIOR (1 Day)

Course Description

This course has been designed for Masters, Officers and Crew personnel responsible
for passengers' safe embarkation and disembarkation during an emergency. Through a number of drills/practical
exercises, participants will learn how to retain control during critical situations, how to
establish effective communication and understand human behavior during an emergency.

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Aviation Building, Room 170

2014 Schedule: TBA

FIRST AID, CPR AND AED (2 Days)

Course Description

The course consists of 16 hours of lectures, video demonstrations and practical training
on First Aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED).
Participants will be trained to act in emergency situations, and learn how to identify and care for life-threatening
respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults. The practical session entails to the use of an anatomical
mannequin to professionally train crew to rescue and respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of Elementary First Aid & CPR, students will be able to:

Offer basic life support for an adult victim; i.e. cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
(CPR), and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED ) to treat victims
of cardiac arrest;

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Aviation Building, Room 170

2014 Schedule: TBA

SPECIALIZED TRAINING FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS (3 Days)

Course Description

This training course offers participants a concise understanding of advance shipping
management principals and compliance with maritime regulations, rules and codes. Shipping business will be
taught and a number of case studies will demonstrate operational, liability and compliance issues.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course, participants will gain knowledge on:

Shipping Business

Masters and Owners/Corporate Liability

Crew Training and Assessment

International Conventions & National Regulations

International Safety Management Code (ISM)

Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Cargo Operations

Marine Insurance

Pollution Prevention & Environmental Compliance

Collisions & Salvage

Emergency Preparedness

Managing Ashore and Shipboard Personnel, Medical Care professionals.

Course Requirements

USCG, This course will satisfy the Ship Management Training requirement of STCW A-II/2 for raise in grade from the operational to management level licenses as per
USCG Policy Letter 04/02.

Written Exam: A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

TSU will offer participants a full HAZMAT training on Regulatory and Operational issues,
as well as in the following areas:

General Awareness: familiarization with the hazardous materials transportation regulations,
enabling participants to fully comply and fit their professional duties and responsibilities
into the system.

Transport-Specific: provides training related to carriage of materials, i.e. by sea
and in the entire logistics chain. This section will be useful to Authorities, transportation
professionals, logistics companies, and other professionals in charge of HAZMAT implementation.

Safety: offers professionals in Oil/Gas/Chemical and other industries, especially
personnel handling or exposed to hazardous materials the knowledge required in safe
handling and emergency response procedures.

Security Awareness: HAZMAT employees will learn how to recognize and protect against
potential terrorist threats pertaining to hazardous material shipments.

Security Plan: HAZMAT professionals should also be trained in company security objectives
for operations that require a written security plan, organizational structure and
specific procedures.

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Aviation Building, Room 170

2014 Schedule: TBA

STCW Part B: TRAIN THE TRAINER (2 Days)

Course Description

STCW requires the proper qualifications and certified courses of instructors training
seafarers. This 16-hour training course will offer maritime executives and officers the knowledge and skills
to design, produce and deliver maritime training programs ashore and onboard ships. It is a useful tool
for maritime professionals of limited training experience.

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Aviation Building, Room 170

2014 Schedule: TBA

SAFETY TRAINING COURSE FOR JOB READINESS (1 Day)

Course Description

This training course consists of 8 hours of in-class theories and practical training/drills
on the STCW-95 safety procedures and accident prevention. Participants will learn how to identify and act
effectively under different types of Emergencies. A number of Drills and Training will enable their familiarization
with safe working practices, so as to protect human life, the environment and property.

Course Objectives

TSU will offer participants a full HAZMAT training on Regulatory and Operational issues,
as well as in the following areas:

Communicate and deliver orders effectively;

Use safety equipment and take escape routes per instructions;

Take safety precautions before enclosed space entry;

Identify emergency signals in station bill;

Learn the proper use of Lock Out Tag Out;

Take safety measures regarding pollution prevention during their duties;

Certification approved by STCW/USCG: Upon training & exams completion, participants will receive a TSU Maritime Certificate of Training, valid for 5 years.

Location: TSU Campus.

2014 Schedule: TBA

Please read the following refund policy as to regards for a refund for a course.

Refund Policy

Texas Southern University reserves the right to change or cancel courses at anytime if
the predetermined minimum enrollment is not attained. Notification of changes and
cancellations will be made by email or telephone. In the event that a course for which
you have registered is cancelled, you may transfer to another course or receive a
full refund. Furthermore, a Full Refund can only be awarded if a student withdraws
five business days prior to the first class meeting date or, as previously stated,
if the class is cancelled. There are no partial refunds. Please allow up to 10-14
business days for the refund to process.